Author: Leonardo Hernandez Jr.
(Sacramento, CA) One person died and another sustained injuries in a northbound Interstate 5 accident after a pickup truck and big rig collided Saturday morning. On Saturday, September 13, at about 7:13 a.m., the northbound Interstate 5 accident occurred. According to the California Highway Patrol, it happened on I-5 just north of Sutterville Road in the Upper Land Park neighborhood. Investigators learned a pickup truck lost a tire and became disabled in the roadway. A big rig hauling two trailers then struck the disabled truck from behind, unable to avoid the collision in time. Both vehicles caught fire after impact.…
(Los Angeles, CA) A pedestrian died in a La Brea Avenue hit and run after being struck by an SUV in Los Angeles’ Mid-City neighborhood Friday night. On Friday, September 12, at 10:21 p.m., the La Brea Avenue hit and run occurred. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, it happened on La Brea Avenue just south of Venice Boulevard. Investigators learned the pedestrian was crossing La Brea eastbound when a dark or silver Honda CRV struck them. Instead of stopping, the driver continued northbound on La Brea without providing aid. Los Angeles Fire Department paramedics transported the victim to…
(Los Angeles, CA) Seven people sustained injuries in a Grand Avenue DUI collision after two vehicles crashed and struck pedestrians downtown early Sunday morning. On Sunday, September 14, just before 3:00 a.m., the Grand Avenue DUI collision occurred. According to the Los Angeles Police Department, it happened along South Grand Avenue in downtown Los Angeles. Investigators learned two vehicles collided, then careened onto the sidewalk where several pedestrians were walking. The impact injured a total of seven people. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that two women in their 20s suffered critical injuries, while a 49-year-old man remained in serious…
(Carlsbad, CA) A bicyclist died in a Carlsbad Boulevard hit and run after Alexander Renne Gendron, 27, struck by a vehicle early Saturday morning. On Saturday, September 13, shortly after 4:30 a.m., the Carlsbad Boulevard hit and run occurred. According to Lt. Jason Arnotti of the Carlsbad Police Department, it happened in the 4400 block of Carlsbad Boulevard. When officers arrived, they found a bicyclist lying dead in the roadway. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity. With the assistance of community members, license plate readers, and a police drone, officers located the suspect about one mile from the…
(Sacramento, CA) A 13-year-old girl sustained injuries in a Stallings Drive crash after a vehicle struck her and fled the scene Wednesday morning. On Wednesday, September 10, at about 8:00 a.m., the Stallings Drive crash occurred. According to Sacramento police, it happened along the 7500 block of Stallings Drive. When officers arrived, they found the young girl suffering from minor injuries after being struck by a vehicle. Paramedics provided medical care, and authorities confirmed she is expected to recover. The driver did not stop after the collision and fled the area. Sacramento police launched an investigation and are asking for…
(Toluca Lake, CA) One person died in a Westbound 134 Freeway collision involving multiple vehicles near the Cahuenga Boulevard exit early Monday morning. On Monday, September 15, at about 12:11 a.m., the Westbound 134 Freeway collision occurred. According to California Highway Patrol Officer Sergio Garcia, it happened on the westbound Ventura (134) Freeway near Toluca Lake. When officers arrived, they discovered the victim lying in one of the freeway’s middle lanes. Nearby, they found a vehicle overturned on its roof. Reports also indicated that two SUVs involved in the crash sustained front and rear-end damage. Paramedics pronounced the victim dead…
(La Mesa, CA) A Baltimore Drive crash killed Katherine Pederson, 61, after a sedan struck her while she crossed the street Monday night. On Monday, September 8, at about 9:45 p.m., the Baltimore Drive crash occurred. According to authorities, it happened in the 5600 block of Baltimore Drive near Lake Murray. Investigators learned Katherine Pederson had been crossing the street when a sedan struck her. When paramedics arrived, they rushed her to Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego. Despite arriving at the hospital, doctors pronounced Pederson dead shortly after arrival. Officials have not released additional details about the driver, but…
DUI, three letters, one big consequence. In many cases, it ends with a frustrated driver dealing with the consequences of drinking and driving. While the severity of DUI accidents will vary widely, a DUI can potentially escalate into a felony offense. These violations carry far more serious legal and personal consequences. As California law treats those cases with particular severity, the outcome can change a driver’s life. So, what is a felony DUI? And how does it differ from a standard DUI? The answer lies in how California defines and treats these cases. What is a DUI? DUI, or otherwise…
(Lake Isabella, CA) A Young Avenue accident killed Ronald Stewart Nevius Jr., 65, after a vehicle struck him Tuesday night in Lake Isabella. On Tuesday, September 9, the Young Avenue accident occurred. According to the Kern County Coroner’s Office, it happened in the eastbound lanes of Young Avenue just west of Lake Isabella Boulevard. Authorities confirmed that Ronald Stewart Nevius Jr. sustained severe injuries after being struck by the vehicle. Paramedics transported him to Kern Valley District Hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead at 10:48 p.m. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the Young Avenue accident and has asked anyone…
(Santa Maria, CA) A 14-year-old boy sustained serious injuries in a Foster Road collision after an SUV struck him in a crosswalk. On Tuesday, September 9, at 6:05 p.m., the Foster Road collision occurred. According to the California Highway Patrol, it happened at the intersection of Foster Road and Woodland Street near Ernest Righetti High School. Investigators learned a 14-year-old boy had pressed the crossing signal before entering the crosswalk on his electric scooter. A vehicle turning left onto Woodland Avenue stopped for him, but a white GMC Yukon continued westbound and struck him while he crossed. The driver fled…